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ROP Questions

I'm lost as far as the AA converter to D or C size cells. I don't know alot about batteries and amps and such so....

So far, I've ordered a Borofloat lens, and set of bulbs from Lighthound - $13+ shipping for both.

I then have picked out a metal reflector, haven't ordered it yet.

So which is the easiest Mag model to purchase in order to complete this? Again, I'm unaware of which AA to C or D converter to get, and where to find it other than from members of the board. Is there a way to build an ROP using the C or D cells designed for the light? If not, how much do the guys here charge for the converter? Anyone got a pic of what it looks like?

And lastly, just look over my parts checklist and tell me I've got this right..

1.) Mag Host (please specify the easiest host to do this with)
2.) Borofloat Lens
3.) Pelican Big D 3854 bulb set
4.) Metal reflector from Sandwich Shoppe
5.) AA battery conversion thingy
6.) A set CBP1650's have been replaced according to their website. Is the IB200AA okay for this?

I'm hoping for 1k lumens out of the HI bulb so I want to make sure the host I pick is capably of achieving this.

Re: ROP Questions

First of all, you're NOT going to get 1000 torch lumens out of a 3854 bulb, or a WA1185 for that matter.

As for the power supply, you could use any batteries you want, as long as you've got 6 of 1.2V batteries. The exception being non high current AA batteries, which you might want 7 to give a desired voltage under load.

Sub-C are the remote control model batteries and cordless drill batteries. They're physically smaller than c-size batteries but can typically deliver loads of currents. 50 amp is not uncommon for short periods of time.

The problem though, is that you'll need a 5c Mag to fit 6 sub-Cs, which makes for a rather clumsy ROP.

Re: ROP Questions

Originally Posted by RoyJ

First of all, you're NOT going to get 1000 torch lumens out of a 3854 bulb, or a WA1185 for that matter.

As for the power supply, you could use any batteries you want, as long as you've got 6 of 1.2V batteries. The exception being non high current AA batteries, which you might want 7 to give a desired voltage under load.

Sub-C are the remote control model batteries and cordless drill batteries. They're physically smaller than c-size batteries but can typically deliver loads of currents. 50 amp is not uncommon for short periods of time.

The problem though, is that you'll need a 5c Mag to fit 6 sub-Cs, which makes for a rather clumsy ROP.

Re: ROP Questions

I've used a 2C host and used 2 18650 batteries. That way you save the money for a battery holder and there's no need to do any destructive mods on the host. Only have to de-annodise the inside of the tailcap.